This job description is for a skilled car trimmer and upholsterer with experience in working on a variety of vehicles, from classic and vintage to modern cars.
Here’s a breakdown of the key responsibilities and requirements:
Responsibilities:
Disassembling and reassembling car interiors: You’ll need to take apart car interiors, including seats, panels, and upholstery, and put everything back together to original specifications.
Patterning and cutting materials:
Be able to create precise patterns for upholstery and then cut the materials accordingly.
Sewing upholstery: Using a variety of stitching techniques to trim and upholster seats, carpets, and other interior elements.
Leather seat trimming and repairs: Working on leather seats, including repairing seat panels as needed.
Tailored carpets:
You’ll be expected to fit custom carpets into vehicles to ensure a perfect finish.
Hoods and tonneaus:
Fitting soft tops, hoods, tonneau covers, and hood bags for convertible or classic cars.
Motorbike seats:
You’ll also work on motorbike seats, using similar skills to those required for car interiors.
Attention to detail and problem-solving:
An eye for detail is essential, especially when dealing with repairs or unique problems that arise on the job.
Requirements:
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in trimming and upholstery, especially with cars or similar projects.
Skills: Expertise in trimming leather, working with various types of fabric, and understanding the intricacies of different car interiors.
Job Details:
Type: Full-time/Part-time/Self Employed/ Weekends
Pay: £14.00-£20.00 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Expected to work 45 hours a week
Benefits:
Free visit Silverstone Formula 1 every year
Pension scheme: Company pension plan
Employee discount: Discounts on relevant services or products
Parking: Free on-site parking
This role seems ideal for someone with hands-on experience in automotive upholstery and trimming, particularly someone who is passionate about high-quality craftsmanship and working on diverse vehicles. Would you be interested in this role, or perhaps know someone who might be?